1904 Denmark First Christmas Seal

Denmark · 1904 · Non-postal seal

The design features a nurse holding a lamp, with a cross in the background, symbolizing care and charity. Text includes 'JULEN 1904' (Christmas 1904) and 'DANMARK'.

This is the world's first Christmas Seal, introduced in Denmark in 1904 by Einar Holbøll to raise funds for children with tuberculosis. Its success led to the adoption of Christmas Seals globally.